Guide to Thailand Holidays: Where to Go to Avoid the Crowd Crush
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Thailand offers lots of things to travellers, helping it be a tourism hub. Their volume, however, at times makes it hard for you to get an actual feel of the country. If you happen to be seeking that, give these four places a try.
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Thailand is a very popular tourist destination. Among its numerous attractions are its beaches, nature, nightlife, adventure, and temples. While it is normal for visitors to ordinary everything, not everyone can fit all these places in their busy holidays to Thailand itinerary.
Thailand has several places for you to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. If you wish to escape the crowd and get an actual feel of the country, visit the following places during your Thailand holidays.
Tarutao National Park
Situated in the country's far south near Malaysia, Tarutao National Park is a marine sanctuary where its natural beauty is still very much preserved. Before, it has been used as a penal colony for Thai political prisoners in the 1930s. Some enjoyable things you can do here are wildlife watching, kayaking, and trekking.
Phu Ruea
For those who like to leave the heat Thailand is renowned for, visit Phu Ruea village. Located within Loei province in Northeast Thailand, the village is a little mountain resort town located near a national park with lots of beautiful vistas and hiking trails. One of its points of interest is the Phu Ruea peak. The best view it gives is from a distinctive Golden Buddha kept under a white canopy. The best time to visit is during non-holiday weekdays since campgrounds are less busy around these times.
Uttaradit Province
If you wish to encounter Thai culture at its finest, go to Uttaradit province. In fact, getting a tour guide familiar with English can be a bit difficult. Some noteworthy sites in the province include Sirikit Dam and Reservoir (Thailand's largest earthen dam), and the temple and garden-ringed historic village of Lab Lae. Nature lovers likewise have a place to look forward to: Sak Yai Forest Park is home to many unsorted woods and the world's largest teak tree.
Kanchanaburi Province
If you're pressed for time and you have to be near the city due to a tight itinerary, see Kanchanaburi Province. After you have reached Kanchanaburi City, you may also see the World War II sites like the River Kwai Bridge, the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, and the Death Railway, which are still must-see places due to the role they played in the province's history. Other points of interest include the Tiger Temple and Mueang Sing historical park, which is home to two Khmer temples dating from the 13th and 14th centuries. In addition, it gives lots of eco-tourism opportunities with its numerous national parks and wildlife sanctuaries.
There are many more attractions you can visit to avoid the crowd during your holidays in Thailand. You just have to be more persistent in your research. Go online or you can ask friends or family who have been there. Have fun with your Thailand holidays.
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Patricia Owen is a travel agent who's helped clients set up their thailand holidays plans. For more details on what you can visit without having to cope with the biggest crowds, read up about holidays to thailand.
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